Job Description
<h3 data-end="210" data-start="182"><strong data-end="210" data-start="186">HR Lead – Lal Sweets</strong></h3>
<p data-end="443" data-start="212"><strong data-end="225" data-start="212">Location:</strong> Bangalore, Karnataka<br data-end="249" data-start="246" />
<strong data-end="264" data-start="249">Experience:</strong> 7–10 years<br data-end="278" data-start="275" />
<strong data-end="293" data-start="278">Reports To:</strong> Promoter / Business Head<br data-end="321" data-start="318" />
<strong data-end="335" data-start="321">Team Size:</strong> 5<br data-end="340" data-start="337" />
<strong data-end="353" data-start="340">Industry:</strong> FMCG / Food Manufacturing<br data-end="382" data-start="379" />
<strong data-end="396" data-start="382">Work Mode:</strong> On-site (Bangalore HO, weekly travel to plant)</p>
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<h3 data-end="474" data-start="450"><strong data-end="474" data-start="454">About Lal Sweets</strong></h3>
<p data-end="959" data-start="475">Lal Sweets is one of Karnataka’s most beloved traditional sweets and snacks brands, known for its authentic taste, quality, and consistency. With a strong retail and distribution network across the state, Lal Sweets has grown to an organization of 600+ employees and a revenue base of ₹200 crore — with an ambitious goal to scale to ₹1000 crore in the next 4–5 years. The company operates two manufacturing plants in Bangalore and is expanding rapidly to meet growing consumer demand.</p>
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<h3 data-end="987" data-start="966"><strong data-end="987" data-start="970">Role Overview</strong></h3>
<p data-end="1435" data-start="988">We are looking for an experienced <strong data-end="1033" data-start="1022">HR Lead</strong> who can drive the people agenda at Lal Sweets by blending <strong data-end="1125" data-start="1092">strategic business partnering</strong> with <strong data-end="1158" data-start="1131">on-ground HR operations</strong>. The ideal candidate will have exposure to both <strong data-end="1246" data-start="1207">corporate and plant HR environments</strong>, a strong understanding of <strong data-end="1310" data-start="1274">local labor laws and compliances</strong>, and the ability to work closely with promoters and business heads to align HR initiatives with organizational growth goals.</p>
<p data-end="1650" data-start="1437">This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a <strong data-end="1529" data-start="1490">fast-growing, promoter-driven setup</strong>, brings a <strong data-end="1569" data-start="1540">hustle and growth mindset</strong>, and is passionate about building scalable HR systems and an empowering culture.</p>
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<h3 data-end="1685" data-start="1657"><strong data-end="1685" data-start="1661">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3>
<h4 data-end="1733" data-start="1687"><strong data-end="1733" data-start="1692">1. Strategic HR & Business Partnering</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="1850" data-start="1736">Act as a strategic HR partner to the promoter and leadership team, aligning people strategy with business goals.</p>
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<p data-end="1966" data-start="1853">Drive organizational growth through effective workforce planning, capability building, and succession planning.</p>
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<p data-end="2067" data-start="1969">Provide insights on HR metrics, productivity, and retention to influence key business decisions.</p>
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<h4 data-end="2119" data-start="2069"><strong data-end="2119" data-start="2074">2. Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="2216" data-start="2122">Lead end-to-end hiring across corporate and plant roles with a focus on agility and quality.</p>
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<p data-end="2320" data-start="2219">Build a strong local talent pipeline, leveraging both internal referrals and external partnerships.</p>
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<p data-end="2416" data-start="2323">Strengthen the company’s employer brand through community engagement and employee advocacy.</p>
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<h4 data-end="2456" data-start="2418"><strong data-end="2456" data-start="2423">3. HR Operations & Compliance</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="2536" data-start="2459">Oversee payroll, statutory compliance, and HR operations for all locations.</p>
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<p data-end="2632" data-start="2539">Ensure 100% adherence to labor laws, factory regulations, and other statutory requirements.</p>
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<p data-end="2706" data-start="2635">Liaise with government departments and local authorities as required.</p>
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<h4 data-end="2758" data-start="2708"><strong data-end="2758" data-start="2713">4. Employee Engagement & Culture Building</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="2845" data-start="2761">Champion a people-first culture while maintaining Lal Sweets’ family-driven ethos.</p>
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<p data-end="2937" data-start="2848">Drive employee engagement programs, communication initiatives, and grievance redressal.</p>
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<p data-end="3022" data-start="2940">Develop policies that enhance employee experience and align with business needs.</p>
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<h4 data-end="3058" data-start="3024"><strong data-end="3058" data-start="3029">5. Learning & Development</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="3135" data-start="3061">Identify capability gaps and implement practical training interventions.</p>
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<p data-end="3228" data-start="3138">Support leadership development and skill enhancement at both corporate and plant levels.</p>
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<h4 data-end="3263" data-start="3230"><strong data-end="3263" data-start="3235">6. Performance & Rewards</strong></h4>
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<p data-end="3347" data-start="3266">Implement performance management systems that drive accountability and results.</p>
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<p data-end="3437" data-start="3350">Review compensation structures and ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.</p>
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<h3 data-end="3467" data-start="3444"><strong data-end="3467" data-start="3448">Desired Profile</strong></h3>
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<p data-end="3533" data-start="3471"><strong data-end="3485" data-start="3471">Education:</strong> MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent qualification.</p>
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<p data-end="3656" data-start="3536"><strong data-end="3551" data-start="3536">Experience:</strong> 7–10 years of progressive HR experience with exposure to both <strong data-end="3640" data-start="3614">corporate and plant HR</strong> environments.</p>
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<p data-end="3750" data-start="3659"><strong data-end="3683" data-start="3659">Industry Preference:</strong> FMCG, food processing, manufacturing, or consumer goods sectors.</p>
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<p data-end="3851" data-start="3753">Strong <strong data-end="3790" data-start="3760">business partnering skills</strong> with the ability to work closely with promoter leadership.</p>
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<p data-end="3957" data-start="3854"><strong data-end="3875" data-start="3854">Fluent in Kannada</strong> (mandatory) and English; ability to engage effectively across workforce levels.</p>
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<p data-end="4064" data-start="3960">Hands-on experience with <strong data-end="4009" data-start="3985">statutory compliance</strong>, <strong data-end="4031" data-start="4011">local labor laws</strong>, and <strong data-end="4061" data-start="4037">industrial relations</strong>.</p>
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<p data-end="4136" data-start="4067">Proven ability to <strong data-end="4107" data-start="4085">scale HR processes</strong> in a growing organization.</p>
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<p data-end="4210" data-start="4139"><strong data-end="4153" data-start="4139">TA mindset</strong> with strong execution capability and data orientation.</p>
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<p data-end="4275" data-start="4213">High energy, agility, and a “roll-up-your-sleeves” approach.</p>
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<h3 data-end="4303" data-start="4282"><strong data-end="4303" data-start="4286">What We Offer</strong></h3>
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<p data-end="4411" data-start="4306">A chance to partner directly with the promoter and leadership team to shape the company’s growth story.</p>
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<p data-end="4504" data-start="4414">Exposure to both strategic and operational HR functions in a rapidly scaling FMCG setup.</p>
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<p data-end="4572" data-start="4507">A collaborative, fast-paced, and value-driven work environment.</p>
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<p data-end="4701" data-start="4579"><strong data-end="4592" data-start="4579">Location:</strong> Bangalore (with weekly travel to manufacturing plants)<br data-end="4650" data-start="4647" />
<strong data-end="4658" data-start="4650">CTC:</strong> Competitive, based on experience and fit</p>
